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Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed is a leader who has truly earned the respect and admiration of his people

It has only been one year since my father, my guide, my mentor and my President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan took office as President of the UAE and Ruler of Abu Dhabi. As I write this, I am still struggling to find the right words to adequately describe the impact of His Highness. It is challenging to cite someone whose record defies the limits of my perception.

Once, after a long and tense journey late at night, His Highness left the office and walked towards his resting place. He made sure to say hello to everyone on the way. This is my personal experience and it has taught me respect, humility and recognition for hard work.

Sheikh Mohamed started early as a father figure to his people as he inherited his wisdom and learned from his predecessors, the late President Sheikh Zayed and Sheikh Khalifa (God bless their souls) There learned the importance of hard work, determination and compassion. Through their guidance and advice, their values ​​permeated Sheikh Mohammed throughout his life and greatly influenced his leadership style.

Learning from our late Founding Father Sheikh Zayed’s statesmanship from his school of wisdom – to accompany him and be part of his journey of national transformation while protecting the traditions and values ​​of the UAE – His Highness’ leadership style can be seen in It is manifested in his interactions with heads of state, ministers, citizens, and residents through the Majlis, an assembly known for community members. These powerful attributes are both respected and appreciated. This is evidenced by the many honors and medals Sheikh Mohammed has received – both within the UAE and from international countries and organizations such as the United Nations.

A year ago, we mourned the passing of our country’s second President, Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed. Sheikh Mohammed reiterated in his address to the nation that we have lost a man of great ambition, a man whose achievements had a place in our affection and devotion.

His Highness’ address to the nation highlighted his deep wisdom, empathy, humility and deep-rooted love for the UAE. In addition, he emphasized the value of the people of the UAE, saying: “Our people are at the forefront of all our future plans. We are infinitely proud of our people and likewise, we are grateful for the role our residents play. Deepest appreciation to them for making this country their home.” The UAE is home to more than 200 nationalities and all UAE residents consider it their second home.

His Highness is known to be a leader among his people, a firm believer that true leadership empowers men and women to forge their own paths and shape the future of the nation. Readers may remember how he phoned the first female mechanic in the UAE to congratulate her on opening a garage. The message conveyed through this call shows how empowered he is to all Emiratis.

Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed is a leader who has truly commanded the respect and admiration of his people. He has established himself as a civic father figure, with a leadership style based on compassion, kindness and a strong sense of responsibility. His commitment to his people is reflected in his policies and programs, which put the needs of the most vulnerable first. Sheikh Mohamed is a shining example of a true leader, and his legacy will undoubtedly inspire future generations, as I did.

An important illustration of His Highness’s commitment to humanity is this statement: “Effective climate action requires a shared vision and collective will.” Declaring 2023 the Year of Sustainable Development and hosting COP28 is a testament to his leadership and commitment to creating a better place for people. A striking example of the future.

Finally, I end with the meaningful words of the Qur’anic verse in chapter al-Baqarah: “Whoever is endowed with wisdom is indeed endowed with great wealth” (2:269).